Mr. G. THOMPSONasked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that the board of guardians of Helston, Cornwall, have ignored the recommendation of their house committee that all children in the workhouse from three to 14 years of age be hoarded out, and have decided to retain the children in the workhouse: and whether he intends to take any action in view of this?
Mr. GREENWOODYes, Sir. My right hon. Friend is aware of the decision of the board of guardians and he is in communication with them on the subject.